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Æ Nummus - Leo I Constantinopolis
| Bronze | 0.9 g | 9 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Leo I (457-474) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 457-474 |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#381973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Leo I monograms 5 or 6 within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering: KOC
Translation: Constantinopolis
Comment
Símbolo: Monogram 5 (Leo I) symbol - symbol, consists of L, E, O, N, T, and A
Símbolo: Monogram 6 (Leo I) symbol, consists of L, E, O, N, T, and A
Interesting fact
The Æ Nummus coin featuring Leo I (Constantinopolis) was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that saw a significant change in the design of the Roman currency. The coin's design featured a more realistic portrait of the emperor, departure from the traditional idealized depictions, and introduced a new motif of a Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizing the empire's military victories. This change in design marked a significant shift in the Roman Empire's ideology, reflecting a greater emphasis on military power and the emperor's role as a military leader.